The Supreme Court's affirmation of President Tinubu's emergency powers in Rivers State has ignited a fierce debate on federalism, separation of powers, and the potential for political misuse ahead of the 2027 elections. Read the full analysis.
The Peoples Democratic Party warns that the Supreme Court's stance on Tinubu's Rivers State emergency declaration threatens Nigeria's democracy. Read the full details and public reactions.
The PDP warns that interpretations of the Supreme Court's Rivers emergency ruling risk Nigeria's democracy. The party calls for constitutional safeguards to protect federalism.
Chief Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun urges Nigerian courts to adopt virtual hearings to tackle massive case delays. She warns judges against abuse of interim injunctions ahead of 2027 polls. Read more.
A High Court in Abuja has summoned FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to appear in a N40bn defamation suit filed by APC's Tonye Cole over comments made on Channels TV. Details inside.
Nigeria's Supreme Court dismisses Osun State's suit over withheld LG allocations, ruling the AG lacked standing. The court condemned the FG's action as unconstitutional. Read the full details.
The Supreme Court has struck out Osun State's suit to compel FG to release LG funds, citing lack of locus standi. Read the full details and implications of the judgment.
Nigeria's Supreme Court has called on the federal government to implement its judgment granting financial autonomy to 774 local governments. The court dismissed Osun state's suit. Full details inside.
Nigeria's Supreme Court has dismissed Osun State's suit to compel the Federal Government to release withheld local government allocations. Read the full details and implications of the verdict.
US Supreme Court permits Texas to use a Republican-friendly electoral map for 2026, a major win for Trump's party. Read the full analysis of this pivotal ruling and its national impact.
Justice Abraham Moore Adumein highlights forensic science as central to justice. CIFCFIN marks anniversary, trains 5,000 professionals, and calls for FOI Act review to fight digital crime.
Nigeria's 2024 Supreme Court judgment on local government autonomy is just the start. Experts argue real change requires good governance, anti-corruption measures, and cooperative federalism to empower grassroots development. Read the full analysis.
ECOWAS Court delegation concludes a week-long study visit to European human rights institutions to improve enforcement of its own rulings. Discover the key takeaways.
The US Supreme Court heard arguments on whether internet service providers can be held liable for users' music piracy. A $1 billion verdict against Cox Communications is at stake. Read the full details.
Lagos High Court acquits MTN ex-staff and contractor in N1bn fraud case after settlement. EFCC ordered to return seized assets and properties immediately.
Federal High Court Abuja mandates EFCC to immediately return 27 properties wrongly seized. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik vacates forfeiture order after claimants prove ownership. Read full details.
Federal High Court in Kaduna strikes out lawsuit challenging Reverend Joseph John Hayab's leadership of Northern CAN. The court ruled the association lacks legal capacity to sue.
Nigeria loses four prominent Islamic scholars in 2025 including Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi. Read about their legacies and national reactions to these monumental losses.
An Oyo State High Court has dismissed a N100 million fundamental rights suit against the IGP and others. Justice Oyediran ruled the application lacked merit. Read the full details.
Jailed ex-President Jair Bolsonaro claims a nervous breakdown and hallucinations led him to tamper with his ankle monitor. He denies any plan to escape. Read the full details.
Brazil's Supreme Court orders preemptive arrest of former President Jair Bolsonaro for allegedly plotting escape days before 27-year coup sentence begins. Read full details.
MDPIP challenges FCT High Court decision that overturned Dr. Ferdinand Ejike Orji's interim suspension following criminal negligence conviction. Key legal battle over medical regulatory powers.
An Ondo customary court has ordered a woman to return her ex-husband's deep freezer she sold or pay its value by March 31, 2026. Read the full story of this dramatic property dispute.
Edo State Migration Agency arraigned over 40 suspects for alleged offenses including indecent dressing and unlawful activities. Watch the full story and see what happened in court.
Expert analysis reveals why Nigeria's 2024 Supreme Court ruling on local government financial autonomy faces political resistance and constitutional challenges. Discover the path to true grassroots governance.
Spain's Supreme Court convicts Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz for leaking confidential legal information about conservative opposition figure. Major blow to Sánchez government.
Federal High Court sentences IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu to life imprisonment. Read the full details of the landmark judgment delivered in Abuja.
IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu asks Federal High Court to refer his case to the Appeal Court, challenging jurisdiction and alleging denial of fair hearing.
IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu has filed multiple motions to stop the Federal High Court's judgement on terrorism charges. He challenges court jurisdiction and seeks bail. Read the latest developments.
Federal High Court in Abuja delivers judgment in Nnamdi Kanu's alleged terrorism case. Live broadcast and heightened security in southeast Nigeria. Follow updates.